Contents of the Home Information Pack
The contents of the Home Information Pack are expected to be as follows:
Terms of the sale
Evidence of title
Replies to normal preliminary enquiries made by or on behalf of buyers
Copies of planning approvals or consents, listed building information,
and building regulations
(If a new property) Copies of Warranty and Guarantees
(If property has been repaired, worked-on) Copies of guarantees for work
Home Condition Report, including Energy Efficiency Assessment
In addition, for leasehold properties:
Copy or copies of the lease
Copies of most recent service charge accounts and receipts
Details of buildings insurance
Any regulations made by landlord or by Management Company on behalf of
landlord
Memorandum of landlord or Management Company
Some companies offering HIPs will also provide extras, either as incentive
for choosing them or as a pay-extra option. These could include planning
details for a radius around the house, crime rates, leisure facilities
and school ratings.
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